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2024 Year in Sports, Tennis: Sinner’s extraordinary season, Djokovic completes Golden Slam, Nadal and other stars bid farewell

From the coronation of new Grand Slam champions to a living legend achieving sporting immortality, the 2024 tennis season had it all. She defeated China’s Zheng Qinwen 6-3, 6-2 in the final to become the first woman to retain the Melbourne Park crown since compatriot Victoria Azarenka in 2013. REVIEW | AUSTRALIAN OPEN 2024 Jannik Sinner clinched his maiden Major …

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Italian duo a class apart as Netherlands lose Davis Cup final

Dutch News

The Netherlands finished runners-up to Italy in the Davis Cup as they were unable to repeat their heroics against Spain and Germany. World number one Jannik Sinner proved too strong for Tallon Griekspoor, edging a hard fought first set 7-6 before winning four straight games to claim the second set 4-0 and win the tie. Earlier Botic van de Zandschulp, …

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1 month ago

The man who ended Nadal’s career helps the Netherlands beat Germany to reach the Davis Cup final

Associated Press

MALAGA, Spain — The last man to face — and beat — Rafael Nadal in professional tennis, 80th-ranked Botic van de Zandschulp, converted his 10th match point Friday to finally close out a 6-4, 6-7, 6-3 victory over Daniel Altmaier and help the Netherlands reach its first Davis Cup final by sweeping Germany. … So proud of these guys.” In …

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Van de Zandschulp on shock win: "I'd have cheered for Nadal too"

Dutch News

Botic van de Zandschulp paid tribute to Rafael Nadal after bringing down the curtain on the tennis legend’s career as the Netherlands defied the odds to knock Spain out of the Davis Cup in Malaga. “The crowd didn’t make it easy,” Van de Zandschulp said after his straight-sets victory in the opening singles match. Van de Zandschulp took full advantage …

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WATCH: Rafael Nadal in tears as he bids emotional farewell to tennis: 'I was having an emotional day'

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Rafael Nadal got extremely emotional and broke down in tears during his farewell ceremony in Malaga after Spain lost to the Netherlands in the Davis Cup Finals 2024 quarter-finals. Image: Reuters Rafael Nadal could not hold back his tears on an emotional night in Malaga Tuesday as his glittering career in professional tennis came to an end after the Netherlands …

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Nadal’s sensational career ends as Netherlands defeat Spain in Davis Cup

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Superstar Rafael Nadal's glittering career in professional tennis came to an end on Tuesday as Netherlands eliminated Spain in the Davis Cup quarter-finals. World number 80 Van de Zandschulp sought to put Nadal on his backhand and the indoor hard-court tournament was far from an ideal surface for the record 14-time Roland Garros winning 'King of Clay'. Alcaraz kept Nadal's …

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An emotional Rafael Nadal retires at the Davis Cup after he loses and Spain is eliminated

Deccan Chronicle

MALAGA: Rafael Nadal bit his lower lip and his reddened eyes welled with tears as he stood alongside his Davis Cup teammates for Spain's national anthem Tuesday before what he — and everyone — knew might be the last match of his career. And it was during an on-court, post-match ceremony to honor Nadal that he cried and cried, at …

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Rafael Nadal Farewell: Tennis Legend Loses Final Game Of His Career | Details Inside

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Rafael Nadal Farewell: Tennis legend Rafael Nadal ends his sensational and iconic career with a defeat, as Spain have been eliminated from Davis Cup 2024 after losing 2-1 to Netherlands. The 22-time Grand Slam winner lost to Botic van de Zandschulp 6-4; 6-4 in Game 1 of the quarter-final tie between Spain and Netherlands, and the Dutch did not read …

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An emotional Rafael Nadal retires at the Davis Cup after he loses and Spain is eliminated

New Indian Express

MALAGA: Rafael Nadal bit his lower lip and his reddened eyes welled with tears as he stood alongside his Davis Cup teammates for Spain's national anthem Tuesday before what he — and everyone — knew might be the last match of his career. And it was during an on-court, post-match ceremony to honor Nadal that he cried and cried, at …

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1 month ago

Rafael Nadal's illustrious career ends after Spain's loss to Netherlands in Davis Cup finals – India TV

India TV News

"I just want to be remembered as a good person and a kid that followed his dream and achieved more than what he ever dreamed," said a man whose career resume forced the announcer to take his own sweet time to go through at the Palacio de Deportes Jose Maria Martin Carpena in Malaga, Spain on Monday, November 19 as …

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Rafael Nadal's pro tennis career ends in loss to Dutch Davis Cup duo

NL Times

Rafael Nadal’s professional tennis career ended with the Dutch tennis duo’s victory in the quarterfinals of the Davis Cup. Nadal lost two sets to Botic van de Zandschulp, ending a 29-match winning streak in the Davis Cup singles matches over 20 years. Carlos Alcaraz kept hopes alive for Nadal by beating Tallon Griekspoor in the second singles match, but the …

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1 month ago

Rafael Nadal retires: Nike honours legend with stunning billboard near Eiffel Tower

India Today

On Tuesday, November 19, renowned sportswear brand Nike paid tribute to Rafael Nadal with a striking billboard near the Eiffel Tower in Paris. The gesture followed Nadal's retirement from professional tennis after his final competitive match earlier that day at the Davis Cup Finals in Malaga, Spain. Passersby near the iconic Parisian landmark were captivated by the billboard, which showcased …

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Rafael Nadal retires: 'Good person from a small village' bids goodbye to tennis

India Today

Like a gladiator bidding farewell to the arena, Rafael Nadal was overcome with emotion as the final chapter of his extraordinary tennis saga unfolded. The way I’d like to be remembered more is like a good person from a small village in Mallorca.” ðå¹ pic.twitter.com/WzWoiKNfpY — The Tennis Letter November 19, 2024 FIGHT UNTIL THE END True to his famous …

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Rafael Nadal's legacy will be eternal: Alcaraz's emotional tribute to retiring star

India Today

Carlos Alcaraz paid an emotional tribute to his 'idol' Rafael Nadal after the Spanish tennis great bid an emotional farewell to competitive tennis on Tuesday night in Malaga, closing the curtain on one of the sport's most illustrious careers. The 22-time Grand Slam champion and four-time Davis Cup winner could not secure a victory in his final match, falling 6-4, …

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Rafael Nadal beaten in Davis Cup farewell by Netherlands' Van de Zandschulp

ABC

Rafael Nadal's glittering professional tennis career has now come to an end following Spain's elimination from the Davis Cup. The 38-year-old Mallorcan, who last month announced he was ending his career after the Davis Cup, bows out following Spain's 2-1 defeat to Netherlands. Spain's world number three Carlos Alcaraz beat Tallon Griekspoor 7-6 6-3 in the second singles to level …

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Rafael Nadal retires after Spain loses in Davis Cup quarterfinals to Netherlands

The Hindu

Rafael Nadal bit his lower lip and his reddened eyes welled with tears as he stood alongside his Davis Cup teammates for Spain’s national anthem Tuesday before what he — and everyone — knew might be the last match of his career. And it was during an on-court, post-match ceremony to honor Nadal that he cried and cried, at the …

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Davis Cup LIVE: Rafael Nadal beaten in potential farewell as Spain take on Netherlands

The Independent

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Rafael Nadal’s last match is a loss to van de Zandschulp as Spain fails to advance in Davis Cup

Associated Press

MALAGA, Spain — Rafael Nadal’s last match as a professional was a 6-4, 6-4 loss to No. “I’ll speak in the name of Spanish tennis and in the name of the tennis world,” Spain captain David Ferrer said moments earlier. It was a really tough match, but yeah, happy I got it done in the end.” It wasn’t clear if …

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Rafael Nadal loses farewell match in Spain's Davis Cup tie as Botic van de Zandschulp ends Spaniard's staggering streak

Hindustan Times

Rafael Nadal, the 22-time Grand Slam winner, did not get a fairytale ending as he lost his farewell match in Spain's Davis Cup quarter-final tie against Netherlands. Spain's Rafael Nadal reacts during his match against Netherlands' Botic van de Zandschulp REUTERS/Juan Medina The 38-year looked a shadow of himself, and hence it is no surprise that the 14-time French Open …

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Rafael Nadal loses singles match in Davis Cup quarterfinals

The Hindu

Retiring tennis superstar Rafael Nadal lost 6-4, 6-4 to Botic van de Zandschulp in a Davis Cup quarter-final singles rubber on Tuesday as the Netherlands took a 1-0 lead against Spain. Doubts hung over Nadal’s involvement until the official announcement from team captain David Ferrer confirmed he would play in the first singles rubber of the opening finals clash. “The …

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An emotional Rafael Nadal retires at the Davis Cup after he loses and Spain is eliminated

Associated Press

MALAGA, Spain — Rafael Nadal bit his lower lip and his reddened eyes welled with tears as he stood alongside his Davis Cup teammates for Spain’s national anthem Tuesday before what he — and everyone — knew might be the last match of his career. And it was during an on-court, post-match ceremony to honor Nadal that he cried and …

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Rafael Nadal vs Botic van de Zandschulp Davis Cup Finals 2024 Highlights: Nadal loses farewell match 4-6, 4-6

Hindustan Times

Rafael Nadal vs Botic van de Zandschulp Davis Cup 2024 Finals Highlights: Retiring tennis legend Rafael Nadal lost his farewell match 4-6, 4-6 to Botic van de Zandschulp in a Davis Cup quarter-final singles rubber as the Netherlands took a an early 1-0 lead against Spain. Unfazed by the magnitude of the atmosphere in Malaga, Van de Zandschulp, who shocked …

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Rafael Nadal vs Botic van de Zandschulp Davis Cup 2024 Finals Live: Rafa eyes Spain victory in last dance in Malaga

Hindustan Times

Rafael Nadal vs Botic van de Zandschulp Davis Cup 2024 Finals Live: Rafael Nadal is all set to play the final match of his professional career in Malaga, in front of his home crowd. But while the buzz has entirely been on his retirement, the Spaniard admitted that his sole focus remains on winning the quarterfinals match against the Netherlands …

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Rafael Nadal loses to Botic van de Zandschulp in potential final match

CNN

CNN — In emotional scenes in Spain, Rafael Nadal, in his final professional tennis event, lost to Botic van de Zandschulp of the Netherlands in the Davis Cup Final 8 in Málaga. Clive Brunskill/Getty Images Nadal and Federer leave the court together after the Wimbledon final in July 2007. Clive Brunskill/Getty Images Nadal and Federer play an epic Wimbledon final …

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2024 Year in Sports, Tennis: Sinner’s extraordinary season, Djokovic completes Golden Slam, Nadal and other stars bid farewell

Italian duo a class apart as Netherlands lose Davis Cup final

The man who ended Nadal’s career helps the Netherlands beat Germany to reach the Davis Cup final

Van de Zandschulp on shock win: "I'd have cheered for Nadal too"

WATCH: Rafael Nadal in tears as he bids emotional farewell to tennis: 'I was having an emotional day'

Nadal’s sensational career ends as Netherlands defeat Spain in Davis Cup

An emotional Rafael Nadal retires at the Davis Cup after he loses and Spain is eliminated

Rafael Nadal Farewell: Tennis Legend Loses Final Game Of His Career | Details Inside

An emotional Rafael Nadal retires at the Davis Cup after he loses and Spain is eliminated

Rafael Nadal's illustrious career ends after Spain's loss to Netherlands in Davis Cup finals – India TV

Rafael Nadal's pro tennis career ends in loss to Dutch Davis Cup duo

Rafael Nadal retires: Nike honours legend with stunning billboard near Eiffel Tower

Rafael Nadal retires: 'Good person from a small village' bids goodbye to tennis

Rafael Nadal's legacy will be eternal: Alcaraz's emotional tribute to retiring star

Rafael Nadal beaten in Davis Cup farewell by Netherlands' Van de Zandschulp

Rafael Nadal retires after Spain loses in Davis Cup quarterfinals to Netherlands

Davis Cup LIVE: Rafael Nadal beaten in potential farewell as Spain take on Netherlands

Rafael Nadal’s last match is a loss to van de Zandschulp as Spain fails to advance in Davis Cup

Rafael Nadal loses farewell match in Spain's Davis Cup tie as Botic van de Zandschulp ends Spaniard's staggering streak

Rafael Nadal loses singles match in Davis Cup quarterfinals

An emotional Rafael Nadal retires at the Davis Cup after he loses and Spain is eliminated

Rafael Nadal vs Botic van de Zandschulp Davis Cup Finals 2024 Highlights: Nadal loses farewell match 4-6, 4-6

Rafael Nadal vs Botic van de Zandschulp Davis Cup 2024 Finals Live: Rafa eyes Spain victory in last dance in Malaga

Rafael Nadal loses to Botic van de Zandschulp in potential final match